Sports Facilities
Set within the stunning surroundings of the North York Moors, Ampleforth College offers an outstanding selection of indoor and outdoor sports facilities available to hire. Whether you're planning a single-day fixture, a training camp, or a residential sports tour, our facilities cater to a wide range of sporting disciplines in a truly inspiring setting.
Outdoor Sports Facilities
Our extensive grounds include top-quality outdoor pitches and specialist facilities, all maintained to a high standard and available for short-term or residential hire:
- Rugby Pitches, including the renowned Dallaglio Match Ground, named in honour of Old Amplefordian and former England captain Lawrence Dallaglio
- Cricket Pitches and a traditional Cricket Pavilion, perfect for match days and tournaments
- Outdoor Cricket Nets for practice sessions
- Hockey Astroturf
- Multiple Tennis Courts with panoramic views of the valley
- A professionally maintained Equestrian Arena, ideal for riding schools, training sessions and demonstrations.
Indoor Facilities
The St Alban’s Sports Centre provides a flexible, all-weather solution for sports and fitness training, with modern amenities including:
- A spacious indoor sports hall suitable for basketball, badminton, indoor football and more
- Fitness suite with strength and conditioning equipment
- Changing rooms, showers and support facilities for teams and coaches
Flexible Hire Options
Whether you're looking to host a day event, weekend training, or a residential sports tour, we offer flexible hire packages, with the option to include:
- On-site group accommodation across our boarding houses
- Full board catering tailored to your schedule
- Meeting rooms and breakout spaces for team briefings or workshops
Our facilities are ideal for:
- School and academy sports tours
- Pre-season training camps
- Community clubs and youth teams
- Language schools and holiday activity providers
Plan Your Visit
To find out more or check availability, please contact our events team on 01439 741087 or lettings@ampleforth.org.uk. We’ll help you design a sports experience that makes the most of our first-class facilities and spectacular surroundings.
